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What makes OSMO paints the best choice for wooden floors

  • Writer: James Willetts
    James Willetts
  • May 1, 2024
  • 2 min read

Updated: May 3, 2024

Based in Germany, Osmo products have shaped way, we think about wood finishing. Delivering durable paint which not only protects but enhances the natural beauty of the wood.

With our curved wood flooring, we recommend the OSMO Polyx Oil which we can show in hand samples of 8 beautiful curated colours. We can also do any other finish which suits your projects.


A little look at what OSMO has to offer...

Osmo Polyx Oil


  1. Extremely durable and hardwearing

  2. Very water, dirt and abrasion-resistant

  3. Enhances the wood’s natural character

  4. Highly resistant to common liquid spillages such as water, juice, tea, cola and wine

  5. Saliva-resistant and sweatproof, suitable for children’s toys (EN71.3)

  6. Microporous, breathable finish which does not crack, peel, flake or blister

  7. No sanding is necessary for future applications




Our Thoughts


We use Polyx Oil on a lot of our curved flooring projects. It gives a beautiful finish and; is easy to apply. Needing less coverage compared with other paint brands. The key reason we love is very durable for clients, perfect for commercial projects.





Wood Protector


  1. Extremely water resistant

  2. Food safe

  3. Suitable for the interior and exterior

  4. Animal and plant-friendly once dry

  5. Saliva-resistant and sweat-proof, suitable for children’s toys

  6. Microporous, breathable primer which does not crack, peel or flake

  7. Supports a healthy living environment

  8. No future applications are necessary




Our Thoughts


Some clients want a natural look and purely want the Wood Protector finish. It is very water-proof, so can be used for flooring inside and outside. We had one project where the clients wanted a matching finish to the inside and outside The OSMO Wood Protector is perfect to help this happen.



Wood Wax Finish


Suitable for all interior use

  1. There are endless colours to choose from

  2. Wood grain remains visible with transparent tones and wood grain can be hidden with intensive tones

  3. Very durable and hardwearing

  4. Water and dirt resistant

  5. Resistant to common liquid spillages such as water, juice, tea, cola and wine

  6. Saliva-resistant and sweatproof, suitable for children’s toys

  7. Microporous, breathable finish which does not crack, peel or flake

  8. No sanding is necessary for spot repairs or future applications






Our Verdict


It is not a product we have used directly. But our partners have highly rated the OSMO Wood Wax Finish. Like the Poly-Oil it gives a quality finish and is extremely beautiful.






Oil Stain


Especially fast drying (when used with Oil Stain Hardener)

  1. Extremely durable and hardwearing

  2. Very water and dirt resistant

  3. Attractive colour tones, transparent or intensive

  4. Specifically for commercial use

  5. Suitable for all woods including tropical wood species

  6. Resistant to common liquid spillages such as water, juice, tea, cola and wine

  7. Saliva-resistant and sweatproof, suitable for children’s toys

  8. Microporous, breathable finish which does not crack, peel or flake

  9. No sanding necessary for spot repairs or future applications




[Our Verdict]


A beautiful lightweight primer finish which does not diminish the wood texture of your flooring. Works beautifully in collaboration with OSMO Poly-Oil.














Would love to hear your feedback and opinions on the OSMO range for your projects.

Or if you have questions on OSMO Paint, get in touch.





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